Membership
- Each chapter has one seat per business category.
- Membership is renewed every year after a review of your attendance and referrals.
- You must hold a valid, registered business.
VUV Policy
ಕನ್ನಡಿಗರ ಏಳಿಗೆಗೆ ಕನ್ನಡಿಗರ ವ್ಯವಹಾರ
The rules every VUV member agrees to. They keep each chapter fair, active and worth the time of every member.
Weekly meeting
- Be on time. Arriving after the opening counts as Late.
- Keep 80% or more attendance across any 12 weeks.
- If you cannot attend, send a substitute and inform the Secretary (Kaaryadarshi) in advance.
Referrals
- Give genuine referrals only.
- Update a referral's status within 48 hours: Pending, Thank You or Invalid.
- Record the business value with Say Thank You.
One to One
- Meet at least two members a month.
- Learn each other's ideal customer so you can refer well.
Conduct
- Treat every member with respect, and use Kannada where possible.
- No selling in meetings unless invited.
- Member contact details are for referrals only.
Membership rules
Is the membership fee annual?
Yes, the membership fee is payable annually.
Are there other charges?
A weekly meeting fee is mandatory. Social events, conclaves and trainings may have optional charges.
Do I pay the weekly fee if I miss a meeting?
Yes. The weekly meeting fee is payable even when you are absent.
What is the attendance policy?
At most 5 leaves in each half-year term (January–June, July–December): 3 without informing and 2 with prior intimation.
Can I send a substitute?
Yes, someone who can properly represent your business. A substitute is not marked absent.
Is medical leave allowed?
Yes, supported by genuine documents. Approved medical leave is not marked absent.
Can I change my chapter?
Only at renewal, and only if your category is vacant in the new chapter. A transfer renewal fee applies.
Can I visit other chapters?
Yes, if your category is open in that chapter and after informing its President (Adhyaksharu).